I checked the Rotel 15 series last Saturday, the RA-1570 integrated amp and RB-1552 mk2 power amp with the RC-1570 preamp. I came away pretty impressed with both sets and almost bought them. Problem was I couldn't decide. They both sounded good and look really amazing in person. Very attractive Hi-Fi for the living room. I also like the added features they have like a built in DAC with PC USB, 2 coaxial and 2 optical inputs on back. The front has an ipod USB and Bluetooth dongle. Not to metion they both come with a phono input.
The question is what would be the beter choice? The integrated or the pre and power amp? Both have the same features and power ratings. The integrated is $1600 here and the pre and power amp are $2000. So not much of a savings. I like the idea of one unit that takes up less space but I can't help but think that the pre and power amp give you more kit for the price as they each have a separte power supply and their own metal casework.
Anyone have any personal experince or have any opnions?
The question is what would be the beter choice? The integrated or the pre and power amp? Both have the same features and power ratings. The integrated is $1600 here and the pre and power amp are $2000. So not much of a savings. I like the idea of one unit that takes up less space but I can't help but think that the pre and power amp give you more kit for the price as they each have a separte power supply and their own metal casework.
Anyone have any personal experince or have any opnions?